Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Thoerle
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 333 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329176
Common Names
- Lepanthes juan-felipei
- Juan-Felipe's Lepanthes
- Juan-Felipe's Orchid
Description
Lepanthes juan-felipei (also called 'Juan-Felipei Lepanthes', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Central and South America. It has a single, thin, erect stem with two leaves at the base. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow lip. It is found in humid montane forests between 500 and 2000 meters in elevation.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes juan-felipei is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepanthes juan-felipei has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The flowers have a long, slender spur that is curved downward. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes juan-felipei is a miniature epiphytic orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree fern slab. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Water regularly, but allow the medium to dry out between waterings. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. Propagate by division or by seed.
Where to Find Lepanthes juan-felipei
Lepanthes juan-felipei is native to Colombia.
Lepanthes juan-felipei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes juan-felipei?
Lepanthes juan-felipei
What type of plant is Lepanthes juan-felipei?
Orchid
Where is Lepanthes juan-felipei native to?
Colombia
Species in the Lepanthes genus
Lepanthes abitaguae,
Lepanthes abortiva,
Lepanthes absens,
Lepanthes acarina,
Lepanthes aciculifolia,
Lepanthes acoridilabia,
Lepanthes acrogenia,
Lepanthes actias-luna,
Lepanthes aculeata,
Lepanthes acuminata,
Lepanthes acunae,
Lepanthes acutissima,
Lepanthes adamsii,
Lepanthes adelphe,
Lepanthes aduncata,
Lepanthes aeora,
Lepanthes affinis,
Lepanthes aggeris,
Lepanthes agglutinata,
Lepanthes aithalos,
Lepanthes alcicornis,
Lepanthes alkaia,
Lepanthes allector,
Lepanthes almolongae,
Lepanthes alopex,
Lepanthes alticola,
Lepanthes amabilis,
Lepanthes amphioxa,
Lepanthes amplectens,
Lepanthes amplior,
Lepanthes amplisepala,
Lepanthes anatina,
Lepanthes ancylopetala,
Lepanthes andreettae,
Lepanthes andrenoglossa,
Lepanthes anfracta,
Lepanthes angulata,
Lepanthes ankistra,
Lepanthes anserina,
Lepanthes antennata,
Lepanthes antennifera,
Lepanthes antilocapra,
Lepanthes antiopa,
Lepanthes antioquiensis,
Lepanthes appendiculata,
Lepanthes aprica,
Lepanthes aprina,
Lepanthes aquila-borussiae,
Lepanthes arbuscula,
Lepanthes arethusa,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,
References
Lisa Terri Thoerle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thoerle' in the authors string.